Keeping an engine properly oiled is vital to its longevity, especially in high-performance applications. For Gen-III and Gen-IV LS engines, Melling Performance offers a line of oil pumps to suit the needs of various combinations. These high-performance oil pumps are engineered to meet the demands of LS engines, providing superior lubrication and reliability.
The LS line includes five distinct models, each tailored to specific performance needs. The 10294 is a low-volume standard pressure pump designed specifically for high-performance aftermarket LS engine blocks with priority main oiling. The flow rate of this pump has been reduced by 15 percent compared to a stock oil pump. This reduction in flow rate is matched to the priority main oiling needs of aftermarket blocks. The Melling 10294 oil pump is not meant for engines with variable valve timing and displacement on demand.
The 10295 offers a standard volume and high pressure. Melling made design changes to the housing, cover, and internal components to improve the oil pump’s performance and durability. This oil pump is engineered for performance LS applications and can be used in any Gen-III LS application that uses Melling’s stock replacement M295 oil pump. Melling goes a step further with the 10296 high-volume high-pressure oil pump. It delivers 18 percent more flow as compared to the standard volume pump. The 10296 pump is designed for Gen-III LS high-performance applications that demand maximum lubrication under extreme conditions.
For Gen-IV LS engines, Melling offers two performance pumps, the 10355 and the 10355HV. To support Active Fuel Management and Variable Valve Timing, Melling improved the 10355 Gen-IV standard-volume high-pressure oil pump to increase flow by 33 percent over the Gen-III standard-volume pump. If you need more oil flow for your Gen-IV LS engine the 10355HV high-volume high-pressure oil pump has an increased flow rate that is 20 percent more than the standard-flow Gen-IV pump.
All of the Melling Performance LS oil pumps feature the same high-quality construction. The housings are crafted from hard coat anodized aluminum, a material chosen for its lightweight properties and exceptional durability. The covers are made of phosphate-coated cast iron for strength and to resist corrosion. These features ensure the pumps can withstand the rigors of high-performance environments while contributing to overall engine longevity.
Melling Performance continues to develop and refine its products to meet the evolving demands of customers‘ engines. From their exclusive rotor designs to their manufacturing processes Melling Performance produces components that increase the performance, durability, and longevity of your LS engines. For more information visit the Melling Performance site.